The government has finally revealed the intended charging structure for certain imported goods from the EU to start later this month – and been accused of ignoring the industry’s opinions, writes Chris Tindall.
The common user charge will be introduced on 30 April for commercial movements of animal products, plants and plant products through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel and applies to imports entering the country, as well as transits entering and leaving Great Britain.
The department for environment, food and rural affairs said the charges include £29 for loads of medium and high-risk products of animal origin, and £10 for products classified as low-risk.
